SACP Stands Its Ground on Contesting Local Government Elections: As the ANC’s national executive committee (NEC) wraps up its final day, tensions rise over the SACP’s firm stance on contesting the 2026 municipal elections independently. The move challenges the long-standing tripartite alliance and signals a shift in political dynamics at the local level. We spoke to SACP Spokesperson Mbulelo Mandlana about the party’s motivations and what this means for the future of the alliance.

<p>SACP Stands Its Ground on Contesting Local Government Elections: As the ANC&rsquo;s national executive committee (NEC) wraps up its final day, tensions rise over the SACP&rsquo;s firm stance on contesting the 2026 municipal elections independently. The move challenges the long-standing tripartite alliance and signals a shift in political dynamics at the local level. We spoke to SACP Spokesperson Mbulelo Mandlana about the party&rsquo;s motivations and what this means for the future of the alliance.</p>

POWER Perspective is a talkback that typically features no-holds-barred discussions ranging from politics and socioeconomic matters to religion and lifestyle topics. POWER Perspective brings you hard-hitting interviews and debates featuring all the big names in politics. This show has a dedicated fanbase of “Perspectivians” and is a must-listen to, to understand what is happening politically in today's South Africa.

<p>POWER Perspective is a talkback that typically features no-holds-barred discussions ranging from politics and socioeconomic matters to religion and lifestyle topics. POWER Perspective brings you hard-hitting interviews and debates featuring all the big names in politics. This show has a dedicated fanbase of &ldquo;Perspectivians&rdquo; and is a must-listen to, to understand what is happening politically in today's South Africa.</p>